Project Engineering Manager

Markent Personnel; Peru (IN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Markent Personnel in Peru, Indiana seeks a Project Engineering Manager to lead large-scale technical projects in the food industry, directing engineers and coordinating with vendors and plant personnel.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 5+ years in a leadership-capable role, and strong AutoCAD and MS Office skills; 50% travel. This position offers budget oversight and organizational impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field is required.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience; leadership experience preferred.
• Strong project management and budgeting capabilities.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute large-scale engineering projects in the food industry.
• Develop designs, specs, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Manage vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with standards and prepare documentation.
• Provide regular status reporting and budget monitoring.
• Coordinate planning with plant personnel and management.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Analytical reasoning

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

5+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineering Manager

Location: Peru, Indiana

Salary: $125K -155K plus bonus

Job Summary of the Project Engineering Manager:

As a Project Engineering Manager, you’ll lead and execute large-scale, complex technical projects within the food industry. With the opportunity to lead a team of engineers either directly and indirectly, you’ll oversee the design, development, and implementation of innovative solutions. Your experience will allow you to work independently on most tasks, stepping in for guidance only on the most intricate challenges.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Project Engineering Manager:

• Develop engineering designs, material specs, and project cost estimates. Conducts feasibility studies and economic analysis to support designs.
• Ensure designs meet required standards and codes and validate field work and create as-built drawings.
• Review engineering submissions for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage project execution by directing vendors and contractors.
• Coordinate project schedules with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors. Collaborate with management and engineering teams to implement plans.
• Partner with vendors and contractors to plan layouts and meet utility requirements.
• Review consultant work and recommend adjustments and maintain documentation (manuals, drawings, specs, etc.) and vendor contacts.
• Conduct planning and reviews during pre-project phases.
• Define scope of work, prepare and evaluate proposals.
• Submit regular reports to management on project status.
• Manage contract administration and reviews bid packages.
• Prepare project documents (budget analyses, plans, schedules, etc.) and monitor installations to ensure they meet specifications and stay within budget.

Education & Experience Requirements of the Project Engineering Manager:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• 2+ years’ experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required.
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues.
• Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling.
• Must possess Project Management skills; Contract Administration skills; National codes and standards interpretation skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
• Ability to travel to other locations. (50% of the time).

Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Proficient in engineering economics.
• Previous experience in the management of multi-million-dollar projects with large scopes, desirable.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to food processing and the meat industry, preferred.